Hi, Put the camera on the sturdiest tripod you have, use a cable release (self-timer if you don`t have one), f16 is a good choice, use a good 100ASA film, and shoot away. Steve Larson Redondo Beach, California "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."
----- Original Message ----- From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, January 18, 2003 12:33 PM Subject: Advice on Macro Work? > Going to try some macro work over the coming months -- some B&W and some color. (Hey, gotta do B&W for class. :-)) > > I have two zooms with Macro settings (yes, I know dedicated macro lenses are better, but these are what I have.) Pentax FA 28-70mm, looks like it goes to 1.3 ft. Actually it goes a bit closer than that (the focus ring turns a bit further than that) which is a bit confusing. And a Tokina AF 70-210mm that has a Macro setting that starts at 5 ft. and turns quite a bit closer (but it is very non-specific, I am guessing 1 ft?). > > Plan on doing tree bark, leaves, weeds, insects (if I can find any when it's not too cold for them), maybe water, but probably no flowers. > > I realize there may be no general advice for Macro work. But I am interested in hearing any, if you have any. I am always willing, and even eager, to pick this list's collective mind. > > Doe aka Marnie :-) >
